Certified Surgical Technologist I

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses

Nice To Haves

Central processing, sterilization, OR instrumentation, power equipment and orthopedic implants
Central processing, sterilization, OR instrumentation, power equipment and orthopedic implants
Demonstrated knowledge of orthopedic instrumentation.
Ability to articulate and demonstrate sterile processing procedures

Responsibilities

Prepares room before the case and breaks down at the end of case to facilitate rapid case turnover in preparation for the next patient.
Setup sterile table, checks equipment, instruments, medications/ solutions and supplies needed preoperatively for the surgical procedure and communicates needs to the circulator.
Facilitates efficient turnover time by prioritizing activities.
Demonstrates safe practice and complies with all standards concerning infection control and safety.
Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients, families, visitors and staff.
Demonstrates competency, safety, and use of standard precautions to those tasks and aspects of patient care assigned per OR standard.
Identifies, assembles, maintains, and demonstrates proper use of instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures.
Performs initial, second, and final counts (including at relief) in accordance with AORN standards and hospital policy.
Handles and passes all instruments and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Verify the name of the specimen and transport media with the surgeon and circulating nurse prior to leaving the surgical field.
Obtains necessary supplies and equipment to support the surgical procedure.
Maintains knowledge of the location of implants, supplies, equipment, and instrumentation.
Performs surgical hand scrub and dons gowns and gloves in accordance with AORN and hospital policy for self, assistants, and surgeons.
Anticipates and responds appropriately to the needs of the surgeon.
Reviews, follows, and updates surgeon preference cards in collaboration with CN III.